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The Best Episodes of Harlots

Every episode of Harlots ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Harlots!

Brothel owner, Margaret Wells, struggles to raise her daughters in London during the 18th century.
Genre:Drama

Top Episode Ratings Summary

"Episode 7" is the best rated episode of "Harlots". It scored 8.4/10 based on 240 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 8/15/2018. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 8".

  • Episode 7
    8.4/10240 votes
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    #1 - Episode 7

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 8/15/2018

    Margaret’s family reel as they discover how dire her situation now is. Margaret awaits her fate while Charlotte desperately implores allies and enemies for help, but Lydia is contriving a way to end their feud for good.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 8
    8.4/10241 votes
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    #2 - Episode 8

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 8/22/2018

    The women galvanise themselves into taking action against Fallon, leaving Lucy in a difficult position. But will Lydia get away with what she has done, or will justice come knocking?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 6
    8.2/10235 votes
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    #3 - Episode 6

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 8/8/2018

    Trapped inside Golden Square, Charlotte's future looks bleak -- unless she can convince Lydia of her loyalty; Lucy makes a terrible mistake; Margaret must risk everything to save both of her daughters.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 5
    8.1/10221 votes
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    #4 - Episode 5

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 8/1/2018

    Lydia draws Charlotte deeper into her web, but should Charlotte compromise herself in the hope of catching Lydia red-handed? Lucy finds herself playing a dangerous game with Fallon which could have disastrous consequences.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 6
    8.0/10269 votes
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    #5 - Episode 6

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 5/1/2017

    When Howard offers to be Lucy’s keeper, Margaret is delighted, but Lucy’s reaction will bring all three Wells women into terrible danger. Lydia is out for revenge, but will she track Emily Lacey down?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 8
    8.0/10269 votes
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    #6 - Episode 8

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 5/15/2017

    Emily’s escape pits Lydia and Cunliffe against one another - which of them can earn the Spartans’ trust? Margaret is in trouble, but to preserve her own life might cost another’s death. She’s faced with a terrible choice.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 3
    7.8/10221 votes
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    #7 - Episode 3

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 7/18/2018

    Margaret must focus on business but a visit to the Pleasure Gardens leads to an unexpected confrontation. Charlotte tries to secure a powerful ally and gain Margaret's approval, while Lucy falls under Fallon's spell.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    7.8/10221 votes
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    #8 - Episode 4

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 7/25/2018

    With the doors to Golden Square barred by the authorities, Lydia must try every trick in the book to get back on top. Can Margaret and Nancy secure the witnesses they need before she once more gains powerful protectors?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 8
    7.8/10169 votes
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    #9 - Episode 8

    Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 8/28/2019

    As Blayne tightens his grip on power, Lydia is faced with a terrible choice. And with the Wells-Pincher feud coming to a head and Nancy firmly in Hal's sights, just how far is he willing to go for revenge?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 5
    7.7/10271 votes
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    #10 - Episode 5

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 4/24/2017

    Lord Fallon shows interest in Lucy - can she finally snare herself a keeper? Charlotte’s decision to leave Howard puts her in danger. To escape Lydia, Emily has to risk more than one life - will she take that chance?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 7
    7.7/10262 votes
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    #11 - Episode 7

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 5/8/2017

    The Wells are reeling after Howard’s death, and someone is sure to hang for his murder. Can Margaret keep all her girls safe? Emily is trapped by Lydia and fears for her life - will anyone find her before it’s too late?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 1
    7.7/10256 votes
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    #12 - Episode 1

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 7/11/2018

    When an unyielding new Justice makes a surprise arrest, Margaret and Nancy must race to find witnesses to give evidence against Lydia Quigley. Could this finally be their chance to get Lydia to pay for her crimes?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 2
    7.7/10223 votes
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    #13 - Episode 2

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 7/11/2018

    While Charlotte struggles with horribly divided loyalties, the community gathers to share its grief. Tempers flare and the women rally against the injustice of the judiciary, with devastating consequences for Nancy.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    7.6/10288 votes
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    #14 - Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 4/17/2017

    Margaret's debts mount in the face of Lydia's campaigns against her and Florence's religious tirades, while Charlotte helps to introduce Lucy to the highest echelons of society.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 2
    7.6/10171 votes
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    #15 - Episode 2

    Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 7/17/2019

    With Charlotte’s brothel fire-damaged and all of her savings up in smoke, she is determined to retaliate – but the Wells women will need to be clever: The Pinchers are violent men. Lucy offers to help her sister in a way that also benefits her new business. Meanwhile, in Bedlam, Lydia and Kate dream of escape, Lydia’s sights set on a return to her old home.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 3
    7.5/10307 votes
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    #16 - Episode 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 4/10/2017

    Lucy is promised to Lord Repton, but is she prepared for the experience that awaits her? Lydia’s retaliation against Margaret might prevent her move to Soho, when the Wells are met with a baying mob outside their new home.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 1
    7.5/10206 votes
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    #17 - Episode 1

    Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 7/10/2019

    When Greek Street is attacked by new pimps in town, Charlotte Wells fights back with disastrous consequences. Can Charlotte protect her girls from the men who want to take over her business? Meanwhile, on a whim, Lucy goes into business with two recent arrivals to the London scene. But what does she really know about her new business partners?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 5
    7.5/10164 votes
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    #18 - Episode 5

    Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 8/7/2019

    As Margaret turns her mind to revenge, her family wonder just how far she’ll go to get justice for those she loves. But with the clock ticking, can North and Lucy protect her from the law?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 2
    7.4/10327 votes
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    #19 - Episode 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 4/3/2017

    An old friend’s return could be a godsend if Margaret can tempt him to invest in her brothel. But when an opportunity arises which could damage Lydia’s reputation, Margaret’s thirst for revenge puts all her plans at risk.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    7.4/10166 votes
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    #20 - Episode 4

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 7/30/2019

    The disastrous events of the night before leave the whole town reeling. As more details are uncovered, suspicion starts to spread through Soho.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 6
    7.4/10156 votes
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    #21 - Episode 6

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 8/14/2019

    After the violent events of the previous day, can Margaret ensure her family’s safety and also protect Jonas’ interests? And as threats escalate, can Lucy and Elizabeth keep Golden Square within their grasp?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 1
    7.3/10440 votes
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    #22 - Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 3/27/2017

    Margaret Wells’s business comes under attack from a rival madam. As they risk losing everything, how much will Margaret and her daughters have to sacrifice to keep the brothel, and the Wells family afloat?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 3
    7.3/10200 votes
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    #23 - Episode 3

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 7/24/2019

    All of Soho are gearing up for an illicit boxing party at Lady Fitz’s house – quite a statement for an aristocrat to make. But with Lydia out of Bedlam, Blayne back in England, and the Pinchers determined to seal a lucrative deal, there’s tension in the air. Just as the evening is taking off, an old friend’s arrival stokes long-held rivalries.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 7
    7.2/10143 votes
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    #24 - Episode 7

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 8/21/2019

    When Elizabeth's past finally catches up with her, will Lucy end up paying the price? Meanwhile, as Hal's anger with the Well's family grows, can Emily broker peace before the Wells-Pincher feud spirals out of control?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A